I am a retired Early Childhood Educator. We relocated to the Berkshires in Ma. about 7 yrs.ago. Before that we lived on Long Island. I am married and we have 5 children and 9 grandchildren and one very adorable dog "Daisy". In my spare time I sing with local choral groups and appear in summer stock productions. I have always loved seed beads. Many years ago I made french beaded flowers and I still have some of those beads. I just love all of the colors that are available and I love the feel of seed beads.

Is there was any significance to the name of your shop?

The original name was "Crazy Daisy Designs" named for my dog who keeps me company when I bead.. but I learned that the name was already being used. I had to quickly come up with something... so I thought "why not use where I live" it is a tiny village and quite unique. But in my heart we will always be Crazy Daisy Designs.

What inspires you? I live in a very secluded area and I am always inspired by the insects, and colors that I can see from my studio.

Do you listen to music or TV while you work?

I generally have the TV on but I don't pay much attention to it.

Do you have common colors you work with? and What is your favorite color palette?

My favorite color palette sees to be in the purple/pink/green area..I really didn't know that until I looked at a table full of my designs and saw how often I use that palette. I love soft colors.

Do you have a favorite technique? Which one and why?

I enjoy doing Victorian syle beading and use that alot in my 'Beady Bugs'... but I also love peyote and working on a loom.

Do you do shows or vending of any sort? Where?

I do shows that are local to where I live thru out the year.

Do you teach beading classes? Where?

No... I haven't tried my hand at teaching yet.

Do you sell your work in any galleries/shops? Where?

I sell my pieces at the Red Lion Inn Gift Shop in Stockbridge,Ma.

Where do you see yourself in your business in 5 years?

I know for sure that I will still be beading in 5 years if my eyesight and fingers hold out. I can't imagine not beading

I love creating with beads all sizes and shapes. However, working with seed beads is the unique way to accomplish the right angle, shape, and motion that I need to translate my fantasy to real piece of work. I always believe that there is now such thing as matching colors. I know for sure that there is no such rule and in the right combination every color match. Each match is result of daring. Each daring creates amazing creations with beads.

How long have you been creating with seed beads?

Less than 4 years

Is there was any significance to the name of your shop?

Yes. The name Bead4me is exactly what I do. I bead always for me and enjoy addict others.

What inspires you?

Colors, Nature, Fashion Trends and all kind of stuff surround me.

Do you listen to music or TV while you work?

I can only listen, and really do not know how the actors look. I have forgotten how to see a movie without beading or exploring new pieces.

Do you have common colors you work with?

Mostly bronze, turquoise, gold, white and pink. They are often base to my design.

What is your favorite color palette?

Mostly bronze, turquoise, gold, white and pink. They are often base to my design

Do you have a favorite technique? Which one and why?

I create using almost all-basic technique and try adjusting them to my needs. Mostly I use Peyote, Netting and Herringbone.

Thursday, July 8, 2010

This month's challenge theme was chosen by our winner of the May Challenge Ileana of EnchantedBeads and I think that the theme is excellent and once again produced some amazing work by our members.

The theme - The Secret Garden was Ileana's challenge "Thinking of a summer theme for our July Challenge, I am obsessing with beautiful flowers, magical gardens, sunny landscapes. Every artist has a secret garden, real or imaginary. A garden full of colors! Birds, butterflies, lizards could be guests as well. I am inviting you to stir up your imagination and to introduce your own secret garden to us. It would be even more exciting if you accompany your beautiful beadwoven creation with a picture that inspired you. "

To best decide the Winner, you can click on their links below the image. You can vote on your Favorite from July 9th to July 15th.

About Etsy Beadweavers

Etsy Beadweavers is a group of beaders who market their creations on Etsy.com. The Beadweavers' creations are different from many of the traditional beaded items, in that they are woven from hundreds or thousands of tiny beads to create intricate designs and pictures. These weavings take the form of both art and jewelry. Each piece takes many hours to complete, with some larger pieces taking weeks or even months.

This blog is devoted to the creations of this group of talented artisans.